*Management accounts
*Statutory reporting
*Team development
My client is a £20million turnover food manufacturing business based in Leeds.
  
As a result of a recent restructuring process, they are seeking a Financial Accountant / Finance Manager to drive a ’best in class’ reporting function for the business as it moves forward to its next stage of growth and development.
  
The role will have responsibility for coaching and mentoring a team to develop their skills and capabilities and deliver an outstanding service to the business. Key responsibilities include: 
*Preparation, review and delivery of monthly management accounts with completed supporting schedules
*Ensuring the Finance ledger team maintains complete and accurate reporting
*Review of internal processes to ensure they are “fit for purpose”, efficient and appropriate for the business
*Support and develop team members to ensure shared knowledge, skills and provide structured career paths for all
*Provide information as required by external parties (Bank, HMRC, ONS, Insurance, Auditors)
*Lead the preparation of accounts/tax disclosures and schedules for statutory audit
In order to deliver, you will be: 
*A qualified accountant ACA, ACCA, CIMA
*Technically competent from a financial reporting perspective
*Experienced in similar role, not necessarily from within the food industry although this would be advantageous
*Able to demonstrate initiative, problem solving and communication skills
*A drive to succeed, improve and challenge the status quo
*Comfortable dealing with ambiguity 
This is a site based role, and in order to be considered you MUST already live within a commutable distance of Leeds.
  
Salary £50,000 - £60,000.